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Peak · Kettle River Range

White Mountain

6.5 mi round trip1,735 ft gainModerateDay hike: No permitOvernight: No permit
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Permits and reservations

Day hikeNo permit
No permit or reservation.
OvernightNo permit
No permit or reservation. Camp at least 200 ft from lakes and streams.

Outside wilderness and park boundaries, on Forest Service land. Matched from official boundaries and trail managers. Always confirm with the land manager before you go.

About the trail

Distance6.5 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gain1,735 ftTotal climb, round trip
Summit6,919 ftFrom elevation data

Overview

White Mountain is a peak reached by a 6.5-mile round trip from White Mountain Trailhead. The route follows Kettle Crest Trail South #13S to the summit.

Heads up: the last stretch to the top is off trail.

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What you need

Parking and passes

Most Colville National Forest trailheads are free. A few developed sites need a Northwest Forest Pass, so check the trailhead sign.

Getting there

The hike starts at White Mountain Trailhead. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.

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